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California Strong Families
Santa Barbara Zoo is one of California Strong Families.

1. Santa Barbara Zoo

8.9
500 Ninos Dr (at E Cabrillo Blvd), Santa Barbara, CA
Zoo Exhibit · East Beach · 43 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Learn about hundreds of amazing creatures who call this zoo/botanical garden home with a guided tour. Stop along the way to see a giraffe with a crooked neck!

Newport Beach Pier is one of California Strong Families.

2. Newport Beach Pier

9.0
1 Newport Pier (at 21st St), Newport Beach, CA
Pier · Newport Pier · 49 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Prepare to stroll on the boardwalk and dine in delight, all while enjoying the view of the water. Take a dip surrounded by lifeguards to indulge in CA’s finest.

Oakland Museum of California is one of California Strong Families.

3. Oakland Museum of California

9.2
1000 Oak St (at 10th), Oakland, CA
Museum · Downtown Oakland · 63 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Art, history and science all-in-one, this California-focused museum is a must. Bring your family here to explore the rich culture and environment of Cali in all its wonder.

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose is one of California Strong Families.

4. Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

8.6
180 Woz Way (at W San Carlos), San Jose, CA
Museum · Downtown San Jose · 47 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Sure to become a favorite, learn and play as a family here – this educational, creative museum helps your kids discover the meaning of community and culture.

Yosemite National Park is one of California Strong Families.

5. Yosemite National Park

9.5
Northside Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA
National Park · 285 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Exploring this natural wonder in one day is tough! Get some exercise hiking, biking or through a guided tour and teach your kids to nurture nature by volunteering as a family.

Bay Area Discovery Museum is one of California Strong Families.

6. Bay Area Discovery Museum

8.8
557 McReynolds Rd (at Fort Baker), Sausalito, CA
Museum · 46 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Found below the Golden Gate Bridge and located in a national park! Gaze at the scenery; explore indoor and outdoor exhibits that nurture your kids’ creativity.

Scandia Family Fun Center is one of California Strong Families.

7. Scandia Family Fun Center

6.5
5070 Hillsdale Blvd (I-80 & Madison Ave), Sacramento, CA
Mini Golf Course · 17 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Play a game of laser tag with your family and see who comes out on top! Try out go karts, batting cages, and the arcade too, topped off with scrumptious food.

Chabot Space & Science Center is one of California Strong Families.

8. Chabot Space & Science Center

8.8
10000 Skyline Blvd (Joaquin Miller Rd), Oakland, CA
Science Museum · 28 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: A great place to exercise your brain AND have fun! Find hands-on, interactive access to fun exhibits, displays and videos about planet earth and the universe.

Seaport Village is one of California Strong Families.

9. Seaport Village

8.9
849 W Harbor Dr (at Kettner Blvd), San Diego, CA
Shopping Plaza · Marina · 143 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: This 14-acre waterfront complex includes plenty of shops and restaurants - right in downtown San Diego!

San Diego Zoo is one of California Strong Families.

10. San Diego Zoo

9.4
2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA
Zoo · Balboa Park · 564 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Home to more than 4,000 animals, the San Diego Zoo is a fun and educational afternoon trip for the family.

Mission Bay Park is one of California Strong Families.

11. Mission Bay Park

9.1
W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Park · Mission Beach · 68 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: A great spot for walking, biking or rollerblading!

The Gaslamp Quarter is one of California Strong Families.

12. The Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego, CA
Neighborhood · 86 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Shopping, dining and more makes the historic Gaslamp Quarter a fun way to spend the day with the entire family.

Maritime Museum of San Diego is one of California Strong Families.

13. Maritime Museum of San Diego

8.8
1492 N Harbor Dr (at W. Ash St), San Diego, CA
History Museum · 28 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Calling all boat lovers! Check out the Maritime Museum of San Diego for an afternoon of learning about the local seas and its historic vessels.

California Street Cable Car is one of California Strong Families.

14. California Street Cable Car

California Street (Drumm to Van Ness), San Francisco, CA
Cable Car · Financial District · 36 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Want an amazing view of the city? Hop on a cable car for an aerial, and inspiring, view.

San Francisco Zoo is one of California Strong Families.

15. San Francisco Zoo

8.7
1 Zoo Rd (btwn Sloat Blvd & Armory Rd), San Francisco, CA
Zoo · Lakeshore · 166 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Don't delay on the opportunity to let your kids feed the animals! Grizzly bears feedings are at 11 a.m., penguins at 2:30, and pelicans at 3:30.

Golden Gate Park is one of California Strong Families.

16. Golden Gate Park

9.6
501 Stanyan St (btwn Fulton St & Lincoln Way), San Francisco, CA
Park · Golden Gate Park · 358 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Did you know this park was once filled with wild sand dunes? Now this hilly park has plenty of lakes meadows and roads to explore – as well as the world’s largest collection of orchids!

Union Square is one of California Strong Families.

17. Union Square

8.5
333 Post St (btwn Powell & Stockton St), San Francisco, CA
Pedestrian Plaza · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 433 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Check out Union Square for great art and shopping and hop on the cable car with your family to get some beautiful and iconic city views.

Pier 39 is one of California Strong Families.

18. Pier 39

2 Beach St (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Pier · Fishermans Wharf · 388 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Show your super strength at the “Frequent Flyers” trampoline attraction here!

Lake Balboa Park is one of California Strong Families.

19. Lake Balboa Park

9.1
6300 Balboa Blvd (at Victory Blvd), Van Nuys, CA
Park · 61 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: In the mood for a picnic? Escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a quiet, lakeside day. Bring board games for some added fun!

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is one of California Strong Families.

20. Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

9.3
900 Exposition Blvd (at Vermont Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Museum · South LA · 134 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: We love this spot for an educational family outing - it’s the largest natural and historical museum in the western U.S., with more than 33 million historical relics. Have fun while learning!

Griffith Park is one of California Strong Families.

21. Griffith Park

9.5
Griffith Park Dr (Mount Hollywood Dr), Los Angeles, CA
Park · Los Feliz · 152 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Interested in science? Love looking at stars? Check out this nonprofit park with info. on astronomy and other fun topics; it’s recently renovated and looking stellar!

Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens is one of California Strong Families.

22. Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens

8.7
5333 Zoo Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Zoo Exhibit · 128 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Check out the 6-acre Pachyderm Forest elephant habitat to see these amazingly strong animals. Did you know they can lift as much as 130 humans?

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium is one of California Strong Families.

23. Santa Monica Pier Aquarium

7.4
1600 Ocean Front Walk (Santa Monica Pier), Santa Monica, CA
Aquarium · Downtown Santa Monica · 26 tips and reviews

YoplaitYoplait: Complete with interactive displays and touch tanks, this spot is educational, fun and a kid’s dream come true.